Shopping in Guangzhou, near the local railway station

Hi,
I know that around GZ Railway Station, there are a number of shopping malls, and that there is an area for wholesale. I went once, early this Summer 2012, but it was with a couple of locals. So, I have forgotten the names and places.
I do remember that when I took underground, it was a super long walk through the exit (?) and I past by the Railway Station. What stations was that?
And I do remember that one of the malls was about 7 floors high, and the top floor had a number of places to eat and that it closes around 6pm. Closer to the evening, there are a lot of 'hawkers' selling all kids of things.
Could you please help out? I'll be travelling from Canton East Railway Station on 26th.
Thank you!